Bins are unfortunately a necessity but are also eyesores that clutter up front yards and driveways. However, there are ways to camouflage wheelie bins from view that could add some kerb appeal in the process. Privacy screens, wooden enclosures and raised planters filled with fragrant shrubs will hide unsightly rubbish containers.

Or, if you fancy doing an upcycling garden project, steal this idea from Claire Douglas Styling. Claire made her bin store complete with cubbies for smaller bins and a top planter, which she filled with plants to mask odours and soften the hard lines.

25 house exterior ideas to boost your kerb appeal